Seating Arrangements

In Maggie Shipstead's witty social satire, set on a picturesque New England island during a wedding weekend, the tranquility of the Van Meter family retreat is upended by a swirl of chaotic revelry. As Winn Van Meter navigates the challenges leading up to his daughter Daphne's wedding, underlying tensions emerge among family members and guests, revealing a tapestry of desire, infidelity, and disillusionment. With sharp humor and incisive insight, this debut novel explores the complexities of love and authenticity amidst a backdrop of social extravagance.